Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1926, Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' is a music and comedy film, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. 'Billy Merson, the great Nottingham-born music hall performer, presents one of his signature numbers. The film clearly captures Merson's comic brilliance - he not only sings, but dances, skips and indulges in a lot of creative business with a lyre. Merson had been making films since 1915 and Desdemonia is often cited as Britain's first sound film.' (Robin Baker, BFI)
Who’s in it. Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' stars Billy Merson.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
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- Where can I watch Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' worth watching?
- Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia'?
- Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' stars Billy Merson.
- When was Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' released?
- Billy Merson Singing 'Desdemonia' was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.